Saudi Arabia records SR 5.8 billion in POS transactions in one week
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia recorded SR15.799 billion in point-of-sale (POS) transactions during the week of August 23–29, 2026, compared with SR14.173 billion during the previous comparable period, according to the Saudi Central Bank’s (SAMA) weekly POS bulletin. The Kingdom recorded 255.384 million POS transactions during the week. The food and beverages sector recorded the highest transaction value…
In a recent report from the Saudi Central Bank, authorities revealed an impressive surge in point-of-sale (POS) transactions across the Kingdom. During the week of August 23–29, 2026, Saudi Arabia processed a total of SR15.799 billion in POS transactions, marking a significant increase from the previous comparable period. This marked a rise from SR14.173 billion, underscoring a growing economy and heightened consumer activity.
Across the week, there were 255.384 million POS transactions recorded. The food and beverage sector led the pack, with a transaction value of SR2.585 billion from 59.134 million transactions. Restaurants and cafes were particularly busy, handling 59.663 million transactions worth SR1.779 billion. Clothing and accessories also saw substantial activity, amounting to SR1.414 billion from 11.643 million transactions.
Transportation services contributed SR1.133 billion from 7.401 million transactions, while fuel stations recorded SR1.073 billion from 18.958 million transactions. Education and health services were also major contributors, with SR1.096 billion and SR894.237 million respectively. Professional and business services, culture and entertainment, and other sectors followed suit, with their respective transaction values.
At the city level, Riyadh led the charge with SR5.498 billion from 83.537 million transactions, while Jeddah and Dammam also made notable contributions.
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